Bristled

The young boy bristled when his father told him to go to bed early.

The professor bristled at the student's disrespectful comment during class.

The activist bristled at the company's lack of commitment to environmental issues.

She bristled with anger when she heard the news.

The parent bristled when the teacher suggested their child may have a learning disability.

The dog's bristled fur stood on end as it barked at the stranger.

The bristled edge of the table rubbed against my arm, leaving scratches.